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"en.19991007.3.4-029"2
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"The Code has now existed for one year. As acknowledged in the first annual report, initial experiences of the Member States from its operation during that period were positive. The Code has increased mutual understanding on Member State policies, established an efficient consultation mechanism and encouraged dialogue on the implementation of its provisions.
The statistical tables attached to the report testify to the strong interest shown by Member States in making the Code’s consultation mechanism a success. It is undeniable, however, that there are grounds for continued strengthening of the Code and its implementation. The aim of the annual review process is to identify such potential improvements. Naturally, any amendments to the Code must enjoy the support of all Member States.
As far as the role of the Commission is concerned, I would like to point out that Member States have up to now, on the basis of Article 296, exempted trade in arms from the scope of application of Treaty rules, thereby preventing Community action. Ultimate responsibility for arms exports therefore belongs to national governments. Arms trade is currently dealt with in the context of the common foreign and security policy with which the Commission naturally is fully associated.
Finally, the Commission is interested in broadening acceptance of the main principles contained in the Code so as to cover the world’s main arms exporters."@en1
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